We Remember
MACKENZIE, Elizabeth “Betty”
January 1, 1970 — January 1, 1970
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Betty MacKenzie announce her passing on Friday, May 2, 2020 at the age of 102.
Betty was born to Robert and Mary Allan on March 19, 1918 in the village of Cowdenbeath in the County of Fife Scotland.
She married Frank MacKenzie in Edinburgh on June 11, 1938. They had two sons, Alan and Colin.
In 1952 the family of four immigrated to Canada so that their sons would have more opportunity. In 1957 they bought their first home in Burnaby, BC where they lived until their move to Kelowna in 1990.
Betty was predeceased by her parents Robert and Mary Allan; Frank, her loving husband of 56 years; sister Anne Kirkby; and her two sons Alan and Colin (both in 2017). She is survived by five grandchildren: Catherine Martindale (Bob), Ken (Debbie), Debra, Hugh and Stuart; nine great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and daughters-in-law Valerie and Nancy MacKenzie.
Faith and family were of utmost importance to Betty. She had a deep faith in God and was very active in her church both in New Westminster and Kelowna for many years. She loved her family and extended family unconditionally. Spending time with all of them made her happiest. She was always ready to help out where or when she could.
To Betty, it was important to keep busy. She volunteered her time, both at church and in the community. She was a beautiful knitter and made numerous items for both family and others.
You are at rest now dear mom, grandma and great-grandma. We will miss you.
A memorial will be held at a later date.
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Shirley and Joe send our prayers and sympathy to the entire family of Betty. MacKenzie . She was a lovely lady inside and out, and we know she will be missed by all. She lived a wonderful long life,, a lot of it thanks to her daughter in law Valerie. Rest in Peace. Love Joe and Shirley Riehl
To Valerie and family
My condolences to you and yours. Many enjoyable hours were spent with Al ushering at Rocket hockey games in the same staircase. Anatol Korolow and I attended Al’s funeral and I remember Al’s mother being there. We missed Al at games. It was never the same. Al would mention his concern for his mother on occasion. My mother lived 99 years so I understood. I also lost my wife on April 20th so sorrow is never far away but we have peace knowing suffering is over and they are in a better place.
Wishing you well in the future.
Gary Carlson